The role of a controls engineer at Tesla involves creating and maintaining PLC and software code to integrate with the company's backend systems. This position combines controls engineering and software engineering, contributing to the manufacturing of cars, robots, superchargers, and energy storage. The ideal candidate will have expertise in PLC logic, function blocks, and programming languages such as Python and Golang. Joining a small expert team, you will play a crucial role in building foundational blocks for Tesla's operations.

• Degree in Electrical Engineering, Mechatronic Engineering, Automation Engineering, or equivalent experience.
• Minimum two years of working experience, with a preference for four or more years.
• At least one year of experience maintaining and developing PLC code with Structured Text.
• Minimum six months of experience in Python, Go Lang, Java, or equivalent.
• Experience working with SCADA and HMI systems like Ignition, WinCC, or TCHMI.
• Familiarity with PLCs such as Beckoff, Siemens, or Allen Bradley.
• Experience in network communications like EtherCAT, EIP, Profinet, and databases.
• Comfortable working with source control systems such as Git.

• Architect, write, and maintain well-organized, documented, maintainable, and reusable PLC code.
• Consistently produce high-quality code that addresses real-world problems.
• Maintain and debug existing programs, function blocks, and scripts.
• Utilize machine data to enhance OEE with a focus on real-time feedback and high throughput data ingestion.
• Support the maintenance team in troubleshooting downtime and conducting root cause analysis.
• Manage change control with cross-functional teams and validate with the PLC fleet.
• Interface with multi-disciplinary teams including Operations, Manufacturing Engineering, Quality, and Supply Chain.
• Participate in an on-call rotation for incident troubleshooting and support approximately once every two months.

• Employees at Tesla are often offered day-one coverage with multiple medical options (some at $0 paycheck cost), dental/vision, company HSA contributions, a 401(k) match, and equity programs. Most roles also include paid time off and holidays, family-building support, employee assistance, commuter and childcare benefits, and access to discounts and wellness programs.